The Evergreen Worship Co. Podcast with Sharon K. Lewis

Sharon K Lewis

The Evergreen Worship Co. Podcast is your go-to resource for worship leadership, whether you're just starting out or have been leading for years. Through honest conversations, we support, encourage, and equip worship leaders like you to navigate the unique challenges of ministry while honoring the call God has placed upon your life. Join us as we explore real-life experiences, from team dynamics and leadership growth to tackling the challenges of leading worship over an ever-changing landscape. Hear from worship leaders in staff roles, volunteers, and seasoned and emerging voices as well as experts in the field—all united by a passion for leading people into God’s presence. At Evergreen Worship Co., we believe in equipping worship leaders with timeless foundations for lasting impact. Let’s grow together in worship leadership! If you're a worship leader looking for guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to grow in your calling, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now, visit our website to access resources, and join our email list to stay updated. Let’s be Evergreen together! 

  1. 07/15/2025

    Jesus: The Worship Leader of Our Hearts

    In this episode of the Evergreen Worship Co. podcast, we embark on a journey through the historical evolution of worship leadership. From the sacred roles of the Levites in the Old Testament to the spirit-led gatherings of the early church, and the formal liturgical practices of the post-Constantinian era, we trace the transformation of worship leadership across centuries. Discover how the Protestant Reformation reignited congregational singing, leading to the emergence of song leaders, and how the Jesus Movement of the 1960s to 1990s shaped the modern worship team. Despite cultural shifts, the heart of worship leadership remains unchanged: guiding others to encounter God. Join us as we explore why worship leaders are still vital today, serving as pastoral guides and presence seekers, following the example of Jesus, the ultimate worship leader. Stay rooted, stay faithful, and keep leading with Jesus at the center. Keywords: Worship LeadershipChurch HistoryOld Testament WorshipNew Testament WorshipProtestant ReformationJesus MovementWorship TeamsSpiritual LeadershipCongregational SingingWorship EvolutionChapters: Introduction: The Question of Worship LeadershipOld Testament Foundations: Levites and Sacred RolesNew Testament Shifts: Access to God's PresenceEarly Church Practices: Spirit-Led GatheringsPost-Constantinian Era: Formal Liturgical WorshipProtestant Reformation: Congregational Singing RevivalEvangelical Revival: Song Leaders and Mass GatheringsThe Jesus Movement: Birth of Modern Worship TeamsContemporary Worship: Bands and TechnologyConclusion: The Timeless Purpose of Worship LeadershipSubscribe, share, and follow Evergreen Worship Co. for more resources and encouragement! 🌲✨ https://www.instagram.com/evergreen.worship.co?igsh=cTI4MThsMm96NzVv&utm_source=qr

    13 min
  2. 06/24/2025

    Whose "Well Done" Are You Living For? (The Sneaky Trap of People-Pleasing)

    Keywords people pleasing, worship, ministry, approval addiction, God's direction, identity, obedience, faith, encouragement, spiritual growth Summary In this episode, Sharon K Lewis discusses the subtle yet dangerous tendency of people pleasing in ministry and worship. She emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval over human validation, sharing personal insights and scriptural references to highlight the impact of approval addiction on one's identity and obedience. The episode concludes with reflection questions to help listeners assess their own motivations and focus on God's direction. Takeaways If you're listening, I'm grateful for you. Today's topic is the danger of pleasing people. This issue is sneaky and subtle. The shift can happen without us knowing. We start shaping decisions based on people's approval. Pleasing people can look spiritual on the outside. Approval addiction reveals identity confusion. People pleasing clouds our discernment. We need to seek God's approval, not man's. You are already accepted, loved, and chosen. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude 00:56 The Danger of People Pleasing 02:49 The Subtle Shift in Focus 06:09 The Impact of Approval Addiction 08:48 Reflection and Closing Thoughts Subscribe, share, and follow Evergreen Worship Co. for more resources and encouragement! 🌲✨ https://www.instagram.com/evergreen.worship.co?igsh=cTI4MThsMm96NzVv&utm_source=qr

    11 min
5
out of 5
8 Ratings

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The Evergreen Worship Co. Podcast is your go-to resource for worship leadership, whether you're just starting out or have been leading for years. Through honest conversations, we support, encourage, and equip worship leaders like you to navigate the unique challenges of ministry while honoring the call God has placed upon your life. Join us as we explore real-life experiences, from team dynamics and leadership growth to tackling the challenges of leading worship over an ever-changing landscape. Hear from worship leaders in staff roles, volunteers, and seasoned and emerging voices as well as experts in the field—all united by a passion for leading people into God’s presence. At Evergreen Worship Co., we believe in equipping worship leaders with timeless foundations for lasting impact. Let’s grow together in worship leadership! If you're a worship leader looking for guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to grow in your calling, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now, visit our website to access resources, and join our email list to stay updated. Let’s be Evergreen together!